- Győr, Hungary
- KVA, projekt@kva.hu
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The city center of Győr reached its current form in the 19th century, which means the surface area of the streets and squares does not offer many opportunities for planting trees and other vegetation. Additionally, the protected status of the area does not allow for planting directly into the ground in the city center. To mitigate the unbearable heat caused by increasingly hot summers, the city uses containerized tree planting year after year. The goal is to provide as much shade as possible in the areas of the city center that are most exposed to sunlight. Additionally, during the summer months, water spray gates are also set up in more frequented areas to improve the microclimate through evaporation.
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Once the most affected areas were identified, the task was to select the right plants that could withstand the heat, direct sunlight and grow suitable foliage. The main role in the implementation was played by the city's gardeners, who not only managed the project but also supervised the care of the plants.
For the placement of the water spray gates, the main tasks were identifying the more frequented areas and ensuring adequate water supply.
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As a result, the streets and squares of the city center are much greener, shadier, and more bearable. Visibly, more people are out in the city even during the summer heatwaves. Lastly, the vegetation makes the city more beautiful, not just during the summer season, but every day of the year.
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Choosing the right plants and "keeping them alive" was a challenge in the beginning.
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Such greening can now be seen in many cities. Perhaps getting the public involved might be a good idea, to make them feel the importance of the plants and their benefits.
- https://gyor.hu/viragladak-kihelyezese-a-belvarosban/
